This gold-inlaid ao dai (Vietnamese long dress), worth VND1.2 billion (nearly US$60,000) was produced by Phu Nhuan Jewelry Company (PNJ). |
The costume, which was handmade by 30 veteran PNJ artisans in 240 hours, features an image of a phoenix representing Vietnamese women’s dignity, and has 2,000 details in 24k gold with illuminating effects. |